Crystal Ball: Matt Murton

by John Sickels on Apr 7, 2006 3:05 PM EDT in News

I like Murton and I think he will have a solid career. Remember, the purpose of this feature is to stimulate debate and have fun. Is this a fair guess at his future? Too optimistic? Too pessimistic? Just right? What say you and why?

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Seems about right.

what is that? a .370 OBP most seasons? Not too bad for your LF, about league average give or take a bit. I think Murton has a chance to win a batting title one season.

by Ienpw on Apr 7, 2006 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

Trot-esque

That seems right. I always thought of him as a right-handed version of Trot Nixon: the definition of "above average outfielder".

Not sure about him swiping 20 bags, though...

by SmokeyJoeWood on Apr 7, 2006 3:15 PM EDT reply actions

Reminds me of Lew Ford

Murton's swing looks a lot like Lew Ford's. Ford seemingly pulls everything, whereas Murton doesn't seem to be able to pull anything.

by Sulla on Apr 7, 2006 4:43 PM EDT reply actions

About Right?

I haven't seen Murton play yet. From his stats and what I've read about him I would say he will have a very good, though not great, career.

After all these years of hearing about Corey Patterson and Hee Seop Choi, it's refreshing to see a relative dark horse like Murton come in and grab his opportunity by the throat.

by DrBGiantsfan on Apr 7, 2006 6:30 PM EDT reply actions

Murton

That's the second time in 2 days you've talked about my fantasy sleepers. First Shelton and now Murton.

by BenB on Apr 7, 2006 6:31 PM EDT reply actions

I think you're underestimating him a bit...

... some have compared his style and talent level to a right-handed Paul O'Neill.

Except for the career longevity, that's pretty close to O'Neill. I think Murton can be better than your projection, possibly even put up one season where he'd be a MVP candidate.

You might be overoptimistic on the steals. Murton is pretty slow.

by Al Yellon on Apr 7, 2006 8:26 PM EDT reply actions

Power is underestimated

I think Murton has the ability to have a 30+ HR season in Wrigley. I like the comparison to Trot Nixon but just hoping Murton is a little more durable.

by slickwdb on Apr 7, 2006 8:51 PM EDT reply actions